Registered Nurse

• Nov 2021 - Present

Registered Nurse

• Aug 2019 - Nov 2021

Registered Nurse

• Mar 2019 - Aug 2019

Lift Technician

• Sep 2007 - Feb 2019

Safely performs and teaches lifts/transfers by utilizing appropriate body mechanics, lifting equipment, and following proper procedures.Assesses patient needs before each lift/transfer/re-position including: type of lift to be performed, condition of patient, and whether assistance is needed.Responds to assignments in a timely manner.Prioritizes and organizes requests through autonomous scheduling of pages/calls/electronic requests and interdisciplinary communication to ensure maximum efficiency and quality care for patients.Collaborates with nursing and other departments in order to plan the highest quality, most efficient use of lift team assistance in accordance with the needs of each patient.Assists in off-loading patients from ambulances and helicopters.Trains staff in the use of patient handling equipment. Show less

Health Care Specialist (91W)

• Jun 2002 - Jun 2006

Administered emergency medical treatment to stateside and battlefield casualties. Assisted with outpatient and inpatient care and treatment. Interviewed patients and recorded their medical histories. Took patients' vitals (temperature, pulse, blood pressure, etc.). Prepared blood samples for laboratory analysis. Maintained health records and clinical files with confidentiality. Gave shots and medications to patients. Prepared patients, operating rooms, equipment, and supplies for surgery. Trained fellow Soldiers within the same discipline. Performed 12 months in Iraq battlefield conditions. Show less